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Doors, handles & hooks

Small hand-tool checks for sound hinges, cabinet handles and known solid-wood hook fixings.

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Quiet a squeaky interior door hinge

Before spraying anything, open the door slowly and listen.

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Beginner · Work slowly by hand; stop if the fixing or material is damaged.

Tighten a loose cabinet handle or knob

A handle that rocks when you open a cabinet often needs a simple screw check.

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Beginner · Work slowly by hand; stop if the fixing or material is damaged.

Tighten a loose coat hook on solid wood

A coat hook that wiggles deserves attention before another bag is hung on it.

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